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Dr. William Apterbach, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Forest Hills, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Apterbach, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. William Apterbach, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Apterbach is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Apterbach’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Apterbach’s office at (718) 670-1231.

    What languages does Dr. Apterbach speak?

    Dr. Apterbach and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Apterbach typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Apterbach diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Apterbach. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Apterbach typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Apterbach may include:

    Please contact Dr. Apterbach's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Apterbach accept my insurance?

    Dr. Apterbach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 670-1231 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Apterbach accept in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Apterbach in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Apterbach's office located?

    Dr. William Apterbach's Primary Practice

    10201 66th Rd

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

    (718) 670-1231

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    Dr. William Apterbach's Practice 2

    5645 Main St

    Flushing, NY 11355

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    What is Dr. Apterbach's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Apterbach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114242054.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Apterbach?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Apterbach

    What is Dr. William Apterbach's specialty?

    Dr. Apterbach is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Forest Hills, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. William Apterbach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Apterbach is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, South Shore University Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. William Apterbach accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?

    Yes, Dr. William Apterbach is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Apterbach offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Apterbach's office at (718) 670-1231 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Apterbach?

    Please contact Dr. Apterbach's office at (718) 670-1231 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Apterbach's office located?

    Dr. Apterbach's offices are located in Forest Hills, NY and Flushing, NY.